Courchevel — Attraction in Albertville

Courchevel, nestled in the French Alps, is a part of Les Trois Vallées, the largest linked ski area in the world. This resort is renowned for its extensive and varied ski terrain, suitable for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. Here’s a brief review:

Skiing and Snowboarding Experience: Courchevel’s skiing terrain is exceptional, offering something for everyone. Beginners have plenty of green and easy blue runs to build confidence, while intermediate and advanced skiers can enjoy challenging red and black runs. The resort is well-known for its meticulously groomed slopes and efficient lift system, minimizing wait times and maximizing ski time.

Luxury and Amenities: Courchevel is synonymous with luxury. The resort features high-end accommodations, from cozy chalets to opulent hotels. The culinary scene is outstanding, with several Michelin-starred restaurants offering exquisite dining experiences. For non-skiers, the resort provides a range of activities such as spas, shopping, and ice skating.

Family-Friendly: It’s a great destination for families. The ski schools are top-notch, offering excellent instruction for children and beginners. Various family-friendly activities and entertainment options are available, making it enjoyable for all ages.

Scenery and Atmosphere: The resort boasts breathtaking mountain scenery. The atmosphere in Courchevel ranges from vibrant in 1850, with its lively nightlife and high-end boutiques, to more tranquil and family-oriented in the lower villages like Moriond (1650) and Village (1550).

Cost: The main downside is the cost. Courchevel is one of the more expensive ski resorts, which might not be suitable for budget-conscious travelers.

Accessibility: The resort is reasonably accessible, with several transportation options available to reach the slopes.

Courchevel offers a premium skiing experience with its diverse range of slopes, high-quality amenities, and luxurious atmosphere. It’s ideal for those seeking a top-tier ski holiday, though the high cost can be a...

We stayed in Courchevel 1850 to see what the fuzz it was about. The Esf ski school for small children was definitely one of the best in France with individual cabines for every kid to bring them up and down the mountain, is unique in Europe.

As for the slopes, since we went in Easter holidays snow quality was really bad even though we had fresh snow on some days, but midday it was waterski. The village is full with large SUV and vans driving hotel guests around. The centre is full of expensive shops, nothing really interesting. Bars and food restaurants are all expensive, more pricey than any other mountain village but you do find also normal bars and restaurants with normal pricing. But if you want to buy a cake for 200€ you find it as well.

Streets are ok maintained but i rather prefer Val Thorens, Avoriaz as they are car free, it gives a better winter vibe. We found also a very clientele around, and you can see that in terms of service. Even ski instructors are more busy in serving the client than teaching. Some adults were helped to take off their boots etc by an elder ski instructor, its almost disgusting to see; or the spoiled kid that tells the instructor not feeling like skiing but going to restaurants is also served in a minute. That is Courchevel also.

For the amenities we found that the waiting times were very short at the lifts, and that vast majority are telecabines to carry you around the mountains. The slopes are easy to medium in Courchevel itself but you can visit the valleys around for more difficult slopes. Ski pass was a bit more expensive than the others but not much. Food was easily available in the Sherpa shops at actual...

I have been to Courchevel 3 times now and loved it. My favourite is 1850, we tend to stay in La Tania as it is cheaper but a short bubble and chair lift up and over and you come down the valley into 1850. Plenty of cafe and restaurants and so many nice blue and green runs (as well as plenty of reds and blacks for the crazy people)

If you are leaner the I would recommend getting the bus to 1850 rather than the slopes in La Tania the green and blue there are torture for the novice.

1850 can be expensive but the Polar Cafe does lovely hot chocolate and cakes. We tended to go to the cafe at the bottom of the Pralong chair lift. Getting a large baguette there for €9 that lasts all day. There is also a supermarket in 1850 and La Tania where you can buy bread, ham and cheese to make your own sandwiches.

1650 was also very nice and a decent ski down some wide open blues for those who can ski but aren’t most confident like me. Fire and Ice is lovely but very expensive.

Would also recommend the tobogganing from 1850 as well. It is like Mario Kart on snow and a great laugh with a group of you! €7 was the cheapest we found for a luge and had it for a few hours.

All in all would recommend for all levels of skiing and can be done...